Controversies surrounding university courses with low ATAR admission requirements have become a January ritual. Once universities make their offers to potential students, debates start over whether widening…

University of Canberra Vice-Chancellor Stephen Parker says the Kemp-Norton review into the demand-driven system has wider ramifications for higher education.
SuppliedMay 2, 2014

I honestly don’t know the full range of opinion among Australian vice-chancellors about the recommendations in the recent Kemp-Norton Report on the Demand Driven System. I know the opinions of some, who…

Vice-Chancellor of Southern Cross University Peter Lee says universities have to consider their social obligations when looking to raise student fees.
SuppliedMay 1, 2014

In tackling the challenge of funding universities, we constantly confront a particular conundrum. Universities are hybrid organisations, straddling the public and private spheres. We are creatures of (mainly…

Education Minister Chris Pyne has signalled more autonomy for universities, which could mean higher fees for students.
AAPApril 28, 2014